Courses by QQI
Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) is a state agency established by the Qualifications and Quality Assurance (Education and Training) Act 2012.
Their functions include those previously carried out by these bodies:
- Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC)
- Higher Education and Training Awards Council (HETAC)
- Irish Universities Quality Board (IUQB)
- National Qualifications Authority of Ireland (NQAI)
Qualifications, Standards, Awards, Recognition
Firstly, QQI is responsible for maintaining the ten-level National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ). They are also an awarding body and set standards for awards they make in the NFQ.
Furthermore, the agency validates education and training programmes. They make extensive awards in the further education and training sector including in the Education and Training Boards.
They also make awards in higher education. These are mainly to students attending private colleges and educational institutions. Universities and Institutes of Technology generally make their own awards.
QQI also provide advice on recognition of foreign qualifications in Ireland and on the recognition of Irish qualifications abroad.
Quality Assurance
In addition, QQI review the effectiveness of quality assurance in further and higher education and training providers in Ireland. This includes the Universities, Institutes of Technology, Education and Training Boards. It also includes providers in the private further and higher education and training sectors (availing of QQI awards).
IEM
Another function of QQI is to authorise the use of an International Education Mark (IEM) for providers.
This is awarded to providers of education and training (including English language training) who have demonstrated compliance with a statutory code of practice in the provision of education and training to international students.
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Nursing Theory and Practice (QQI Level 5)
Practical, Nursing Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis Nursing Theory and Practice programme is suitable for individuals interested in the nursing profession or enhancing their skills and knowledge of the work of a carer/nurse in the healthcare environment while emphasising the importance of interpersonal communication.
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Nursing Theory and Practice (QQI Level 5)
Distance Learning, Nursing Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinLearners who successfully complete this Nursing Theory and Practice course will: outline the history and development of nursing acquire a knowledge of the structure and function of the health care service in the Republic of Ireland know the various disciplines and specialities within nursing understand the nursing process appreciate the models of care be aware…
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Nutrition QQI L5
Classroom Based, Adult & Community Education Course by Tramore Road Campus - Cork City, Co. CorkThis programme aims to equip the learner with the knowledge and skill to explore: • The importance of healthy eating and its benefits to good health • The components of a healthy diet for all age groups • The process of digestion and the factors that affect it • The role of food and its…
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Nutrition (QQI Level 5)
Distance Learning, Nutrition & Diet Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThe purpose of this QQI Level 5 Nutrition course is to provide you with the knowledge of the composition of food and how food affects an individual’s personal well-being. Topics covered include: Composition of Food Nutrition and Health Nutrition and Exercise Food Labelling. Unit Details Unit 1 Composition of Food Learners should be…
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Nutrition (QQI level 5)
Classroom Based, Nutrition & Diet Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis programme would be of interest to individuals who are interested in food, what different food groups can do in your body, the nutritional composition of food and how nutrition can affect your health and lifestyle.
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Nutrition (QQI level 5)
Online Learning, Nutrition & Diet Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis programme would be of interest to individuals who are interested in food, what different food groups can do in your body, the nutritional composition of food and how nutrition can affect your health and lifestyle.
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Nutrition QQI level 5 (Cappamore campus)
Nutrition & Diet Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis Nutrition QQI level 5 programme would be of interest to individuals who are interested in food, what different food groups can do in your body, the nutritional composition of food and how nutrition can affect your health and lifestyle.
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Occupational First Aid
Classroom Based, Health & Safety Course by Maltings Fitness Training - Coote Street, Co. LaoisMaltings Training will be running a 3 day Occupational First Aid course in the Maltings House, Portlaoise on August 11th, 12th and 13th. On completion of this course participants will receive a FETAC/QQI Occupational First Aid Level 5 Certificate valid for two years. Course Content -First Aid in the Workplace -Patient Assessment -Respiratory Emergencies -Cardiac…
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Occupational Therapy Assistant (Health Service Skills)
In-house Training, Nursing Course by Coláiste Dhúlaigh College of Further Education (CDCFE) - Coolock, Co. DublinThe Occupational Therapy Assistant (Health Service Skills) course is designed to equip the learner with the opportunity of obtaining a Major QQI Level 5 Award in Health Service Skills 5M3782. This course aims to equip the learner with the necessary skills required to progress on to potential employment as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) or…
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Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice QQI Level 5
Mental Health Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice programme aims to explore all aspects of the role of the occupational therapist so that the learner can develop suitable skills for the position as Assistant and fulfil the requirements for this professional position.
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Office Accounts, Administration and Information Processing
Classroom Based, Administration Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathThis one-year course in office administration offers students the opportunity to gain varied and invaluable skills which are required to work in the area of business and office administration roles. Students will develop competencies needed for working in various business environments, such as payroll, bookkeeping, spreadsheets, restoring, retrieving and processing information, along with text production…
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Office Administration - Clash Road Campus
Classroom Based, Business Administration Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryThis Office Administration QQI level 5 certificate programme is designed for those considering a career in an office environment. What Will I Study? Word Processing (5N1358) Text Production (5N1422) Information & Administration (5N1389) Bookkeeping – Manual & Computerised (5N1354) Customer Service (5N0972) Spreadsheet Methods (5N1977) Work Experience (5N1356) Audio Transcription (5N1549)
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Office Administration for Business, Legal and Medical Practices
Classroom Based, Business Administration Course by Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute - Dun Laoghaire, Co. DublinDuration This is a Full-time One Year course which runs from September to May. Exact details of the timetable will be given out to students during the induction process before class commencement in September. Overview This course will equip students with an exemplary standard of administrative skills, encompassing business, legal, medical, and essential IT skills…
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Office Administration - Killarney
Classroom Based, Business Administration Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryThis Office Administration programme is designed for those considering a career in an office environment. What Will I Study? Word Processing (5N1358) Text Production (5N1422) Information & Administration (5N1389) Bookkeeping – Manual & Computerised (5N1354) Customer Service (5N0972) Spreadsheet Methods (5N1977) Work Experience (5N1356) Audio Transcription (5N1549)
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Office Administration - Legal and Medical Secretary
Classroom Based, Administration Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathThis one-year business administration course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in administration and reception. Opportunities arise in a wide variety of different office environments including legal, medical, civil service, commercial and educational. Modules such as; Text Production, Reception, and Information and Administration, provide graduates with essential skills required for…
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Office Administration - Listowel Campus
Classroom Based, Business Administration Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryThis Office Administration programme is designed for those considering a career in an office environment. What Will I Study? Word Processing (5N1358) Text Production (5N1422) Information & Administration (5N1389) Bookkeeping – Manual & Computerised (5N1354) Customer Service (5N0972) Spreadsheet Methods (5N1977) Work Experience (5N1356) Audio Transcription (5N1549)
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Office and IT Skills
In-house Training, Information Technology Course by Coláiste Dhúlaigh College of Further Education (CDCFE) - Coolock, Co. DublinThe QQI level 4 course is tailed for Office and IT Skills that will equip learners with the transversal skills and knowledge to prepare them and bridge the academic gap giving learner a pathway to continue to further education in Business, Tourism, Hospitality, Marketing, Retail etc. at QQI level 5. The course will also equip…
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Office Management (Administration)
Classroom Based, Business Management Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryEnhance your employment prospects in a supervisory capacity within an office or business environment. What Will I Study? Work Experience (6N1946 Human Resource Management (6N3750) Spreadsheets (6N4089) Word Processing (6N4977) Administration Practice (6N4169) Audio Transcription (6N4185) Payroll Manual & Computerised (6N4005) Customer Service (6N0697)
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Office Skills course (QQI level 4)
Classroom Based, Administration Course by Rathmines College of Further Education - Rathmines, Co. DublinAbout Office Skills course This Office Skills course covers the basics of Office Skills and ensures the learner is comfortable using computers and has good IT Skills. It will allow the learners to progress on to do a variety of QQI Level 5 courses in Rathmines College or other ETBs including Certificate in Business –…
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Online Marketing / eBusiness
Classroom Based, Marketing Course by Dunboyne College of Further Education - Dunboyne, Co. MeathThis one-year course is an ideal entry level qualification for all aspects of the growing online marketing sector in Ireland. This online marketing programme allows students to appreciate the opportunities presented by the web and e-business to successfully market products and services. You might want to design a new website, manage a company’s content for…
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Operating Department Care Skills (QQI Level 5)
Distance Learning, Patient Care Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThis Operating Department Care Skills Level 5 award will: Enable the learner to acquire the knowledge and competences necessary to deliver effective, safe and efficient client care within the operating department. Facilitate the learner to gain understanding of the physical and psychological needs of the client within the operating department. Facilitate the learner to understand the importance…
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Outdoor Adventure Management – Shackleton
In-house Training, Sport and Leisure Management Course by Coláiste Dhúlaigh College of Further Education (CDCFE) - Coolock, Co. DublinCampus: COOLOCK Home»Courses»Outdoor Adventure Management (Shackleton)»Outdoor Adventure Management – Shackleton Outdoor Adventure Management – Shackleton This exciting 3-year Outdoor Adventure Management course provides students with the opportunities to develop the academic knowledge and appropriate skills necessary to gain employment in the outdoor sector. The course has gained a reputation as one of Ireland’s foremost adventure…
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Palliative Care Support
Classroom Based, Palliative Care Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryThe purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence to enable them to care for and address the needs of a person and their family after the diagnosis of a life-limiting illness, in a dignified, inclusive and holistic manner. This course is scheduled to run 1 evening a…
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Palliative Care Support (QQI Level 5)
Distance Learning, Palliative Care Course by The Open College - Leopardstown, Co. DublinThis Palliative Care module is designed to equip the learner with the knowledge and skills of the palliative care approach to enable them to care for the person diagnosed with a life-limiting illness and, in the last days of a person’s life and also his/her family in a dignified and holistic way. Course documentation for…
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Palliative Care Support (QQI Level 5)
Palliative Care Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis programme is suitable for those who wish to be equipped with the knowledge, skills and competence to enable them to care for and address the needs of a person and their family after the diagnosis of a life-limiting illness, in a digni?ed, inclusive and holistic manner.
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PAT Testing Training
Onsite, Occupational Health & Safety Course by Guardian Safety - Clondalkin, Co. DublinThe PAT Testing Training is delivered onsite, at our office as face-to-face training. Who Should Attend: Any personnel required to undertake practical inspection and testing of electrical equipment. This Portable Appliance Testing Pat Training Course is ideal for maintenance personnel. The course is highly interactive and will use practical assessment and interactive learning throughout the…
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Payroll - Manual and Computerised
Classroom Based, Finance Course by Baldoyle Training Centre - Baldoyle, Co. DublinThe aim of this Payroll course is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence to operate and maintain accurate payroll records using both manual and computerised systems, for an organisation, working under general direction and supervision. On successful completion of the programme, learners may progress to further education and training. Assessment is…
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Payroll: Manual and Computerised Level 6 (Blended Learning)
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Payroll Course by Kerry College of Further Education & Training - Tralee, Co. KerryThe aim of this course is to provide learners with the opportunity to further their skills from those learned in the Level 5 course. The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence to record, edit, interpret, analyse and process payroll data using manual and computerised systems within…
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Payroll Manual and computerised: Payroll modernisation (QQI Level 6)
Payroll Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThe purpose of this Payroll modernisation award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence, to record, edit, interpret, analyse and process payroll data using manual and computerised systems within an organisation.
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Payroll: Manual & Computerised (QQI Level 5)
Payroll Course by Limerick College of Further Education - LimerickThis programme is suitable for individuals who wish to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain payroll records manually and on computer in a small to medium sized organisation.